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Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd.
Transportation Engineer I
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What they do
A Transportation Engineer designs and maintains transportation systems such as roads, ports, airports, and bus or subway systems.
$97,722 / year median in Pennsylvania
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Short Description Bowman has an opportunity for a Transportation Engineer I to join our team in Camp Hill or Exton, PA. At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That's why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients. Purpose Evaluate, select, and apply standard transportation engineering techniques, procedures and criteria on moderately complex transportation and infrastructure projects. Assist in developing sustainable transportation solutions to make communities more livable by reducing traffic congestion, promoting multiple modes of transportation, supporting land development, and improving safety for all users. Responsibilities Leadership and Direction Receive general instruction on key objectives for execution. Receive direction as needed, and especially on difficult assignments and possible solutions. Work is completed using standard engineering techniques and design principles and is reviewed by more senior staff to ensure application of sound professional judgement. At the Operational and Company Level Work closely with more senior members to learn about and assist with transportation engineering and planning work. Assist with the marketing of the firm's capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships. Coordinate with other disciplines and internal services/groups/offices as necessary. Do the Work Work side by side with the project team on your specialty in transportation projects. Prepare maps and graphics for public and client meetings, perform data analysis, perform field reviews and data collection, conduct research on trends and best practices, contribute to stakeholder and public engagement efforts, develop solutions to complex problems, and present recommendations. Prepare engineering plans and reports. Assist in preparation of grant applications and associated services related to funding programs. Participate in construction-related assignments. Draft transmittals, memos, meeting minutes, letters, and other documentation/communications. Assist in the preparation of reports, plans, specifications, construction schedules, cost estimates, permits and/or designs for projects. Conduct field visits, field data collection, and field observations. Develop and maintain accurate and organized project files. Follow established firm's goals, SOPs and QA/QC procedures and assist in the QA/QC review of technical work of other staff. ITS/Lighting Work on various analyses and design aspects of engineering projects which may include traffic operations, traffic signal design, ITS design, corridor projects, lighting design, safety projects, and other associated engineering services. Success Metrics and Competencies Ability to work both independently and within a collaborative team environment. Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive projects/tasks. Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners. Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients. High degree of discretion and ability to manage confidential information. Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude with a strong work ethic. Strong sense of urgency in responding to work-related and project needs. Commitment to driving profitability and growth. Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work. Aspirations to grow professionally and advance within the company. Effective communication, presentation, writing, and graphic skills, including public speaking, written reports, presentation materials and technical writing. Strong data analysis and interpretation skills. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Demonstrated interest in multimodal transportation planning and engineering. Desire, aptitude, and motivation to learn and apply new concepts. Commitment to becoming a "citizen" of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related engineering discipline required at time of employment. Academic or internship experience in transportation discipline preferred. Entry level position; no prior experience required. Any professional experience is a plus. Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering exam (EIT) preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Valid state driver's license and ability to successfully pass a motor vehicle check or reliable form of transportation to/from the office and/or project site strongly preferred. ITS/Lighting Knowledge of MicroStation and/or AutoCAD, or other engineering design software. Interest and/or familiarity with transportation network communications systems. Interest and/or familiarity with highway lighting design. Interest and/or familiarity with Department of Transportation (DOT): permitting agency and industry design; permitting and construction standards; and/or policies and procedures. Interest and/or familiarity with intelligent transportation system design About Bowman Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We're committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow. A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.